Sewing Tutorial: An Introduction to Appliqué Methods
[For Studio Members] An illustrated tutorial from quilting instructor Helen Mawdsley on various techniques and applications for appliqué in sewing and quilting.
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Category: Sewing
How to Attach Buttons to Knit and Crochet Fabric
[For Studio Members] A photo-illustrated tutorial on how to attach buttons to hand-knit and crocheted fabrics, using backing buttons to balance their weight. Includes details for working with buttons with holes and buttons with shanks, and how to create a thread shank for use with thicker fabrics.
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Hand-Sewing Tutorial: Key Stitches for Seaming, Hemming and Bindings
[For Studio Members] In the second part of our tutorial series on hand-sewing, learn how to anchor your thread and make key stitches for creating seams, hemming and attaching bindings.
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Tips and Tools for Getting Started Hand-Sewing
In the first part of a tutorial series, learn about the simple tools you need to get started hand sewing, with some tips to set you up for success.
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How to Make and Use Binding and Bias Binding in Sewing Projects
[For Studio Members] Learn about the differences between standard and bias binding in sewing: how to make each, and where to use them for best effect.
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